What grades does A. Russell Knight Elementary School serve?

As a Primary school, A. Russell Knight Elementary School serves students in CHERRY HILL, NJ. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is A. Russell Knight Elementary School located?

You can find A. Russell Knight Elementary School in CHERRY HILL, NJ.

What is the student-teacher ratio at A. Russell Knight Elementary School?

At A. Russell Knight Elementary School, there are approximately 14.9 students for every teacher.

What schools are in CHERRY HILL, NJ?

A. Russell Knight Elementary School is among the schools serving CHERRY HILL, NJ. The school is part of the local school system.

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A. Russell Knight Elementary School — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|CHERRY HILL, New Jersey|Cherry Hill School District

CHERRY HILL, NJ 08034

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Upcoming Events

Nov

Thu

NJEA ConventionBreakDistrict-wide

School Closed Check the convention notice for dates and participation information.

Nov

Fri

DiwaliHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Nov

Wed

Early Dismissal for All Students and Staffhalf_dayDistrict-wide

Nov

Thu

Thanksgiving BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Dec

Fri

Early Dismissal PreK-8 Studentshalf_dayDistrict-wide

Staff Full Day

Dec

Wed

Early Dismissal for All Students & Staffhalf_dayDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

K–5

Enrollment

431

Student:Teacher

14.9:1

Locale

Suburban

District

Cherry Hill School District

Econ. Disadvantaged

9.3%

Phone

(856)428-0830

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

60-64%

Math Proficiency

40-44%

Chronic Absenteeism

1.1%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

32 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.2:1

Near average in NJ

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

422

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

37.35

91% fully certified

Counselors

Nurses

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$24,852

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$15,715

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$26,784

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 3%State 29%Local 68%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$376,063

+2.6% 1yr+34.4% 5yr

Philadelphia, PA metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

19.2%

Below 150% poverty line

7.5%

Unemployment rate

6.7%

Uninsured residents

11.2%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

2,258

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

2,179

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Speech/Language Impairment

810 (37%)

Specific Learning Disability

518 (24%)

Other Health Impairment

481 (22%)

Autism

222 (10%)

Emotional Disturbance

39 (2%)

Intellectual Disability

17 (1%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

456

Current enrollment

Growing(+18% 5yr)

Coming Up

Thu, Nov 5, 2026

NJEA Convention

School Closed Check the convention notice for dates and participation information.

Break

Fri, Nov 6, 2026

Diwali

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Holiday

Wed, Nov 25, 2026

Early Dismissal for All Students and Staff

half_day

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Cherry Hill School District. A. Russell Knight Elementary School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Tue, Sep 1, 2026	Teacher In-ServiceDistrict-wide District In-service (no school for students) Review the school calendar for staff development day details.	Staff Day	—
Wed, Sep 2, 2026	First Day of School for StudentsDistrict-wide Early Dismissal for PreK-5 Students Only Review the school calendar for the first day date and details.	Event	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor DayDistrict-wide School Closed Check the calendar for holiday observance details.	Holiday	—
Fri, Sep 11, 2026	Rosh Hashanah begins at SundownDistrict-wide Check a religious calendar for observance details.	Holiday	—
Mon, Sep 21, 2026	Yom KippurDistrict-wide School Closed	Holiday	—
Thu, Nov 5, 2026	NJEA ConventionDistrict-wide School Closed Check the convention notice for dates and participation information.	Break	—
Fri, Nov 6, 2026	DiwaliDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Early Dismissal for All Students and StaffDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Thu, Nov 26, 2026	Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide School Closed Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Fri, Dec 4, 2026	Early Dismissal PreK-8 StudentsDistrict-wide Staff Full Day	half_day	—
Wed, Dec 23, 2026	Early Dismissal for All Students & StaffDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Thu, Dec 24, 2026	Winter BreakDistrict-wide School Closed Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Fri, Jan 1, 2027	New Year's DayDistrict-wide School Closed	Holiday	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	School ReopensDistrict-wide Review the calendar for any schedule adjustments or reopening day details.	Event	—
Wed, Jan 6, 2027	Three Kings DayDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	MLK DayDistrict-wide School Closed	Holiday	—
Fri, Feb 5, 2027	In-Service (Lunar New Year)District-wide District In-service (no school for students)	Staff Day	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Presidents' DayDistrict-wide School Closed	Holiday	—
Wed, Mar 10, 2027	In-Service (Eid al-Fitr)District-wide District In-service (no school for students)	Staff Day	—
Wed, Mar 24, 2027	Early Dismissal for All Students and StaffDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Thu, Mar 25, 2027	Spring BreakDistrict-wide School Closed (Includes Good Friday on Mar 26 and Easter on Mar 28) Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Wed, Apr 21, 2027	Early Dismissal for All Students and StaffDistrict-wide Passover begins at sundown	half_day	—
Thu, Apr 22, 2027	Spring Break (Passover)District-wide School Closed	Break	—
Mon, Apr 26, 2027	In-serviceDistrict-wide District In-service (no school for students) Review the calendar notice for date and professional development details.	Staff Day	—
Mon, May 17, 2027	In-service (Eid al-Adha)District-wide District In-service (no school for students)	Staff Day	—
Fri, May 28, 2027	In-service (Flex Day)District-wide District In-service (no school for students)	Staff Day	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial DayDistrict-wide School Closed Check the calendar for holiday observance details.	Holiday	—
Tue, Jun 15, 2027	Early Dismissal for PreK, Elementary & Middle SchoolsDistrict-wide Last three days of school early dismissal for PreK, Elementary & Middle Schools	half_day	—
Thu, Jun 17, 2027	Last Day of SchoolDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for the final day of the academic year.	Event	—
Fri, Jun 18, 2027	Juneteenth ObservedDistrict-wide School Closed	Holiday	—